Caracalla (AD 198–217) Roman Empire AR Denarius NGC Ch VF

Caracalla — Coinage of AD 198–217

This silver AR Denarius was issued for Caracalla during AD 198–217 and belongs to the coinage of Roman Empire.

Coin Details

• Ruler: Caracalla
• Date: AD 198–217
• Empire/region: Roman Empire
• Denomination: AR Denarius
• Metal: Silver
• NGC grade: Ch VF — Choice Very Fine (Sheldon scale equivalent 30–35)

Historical Context

Caracalla was the son of Septimius Severus and ruled jointly with his brother Geta before becoming sole emperor in AD 211. His reign is remembered for intense military activity and harsh court politics.

The Constitutio Antoniniana of AD 212 extended Roman citizenship to nearly all free inhabitants of the empire. Caracalla was assassinated while traveling near Carrhae in AD 217.

What This Coin Tells Us

Ancient coins combined everyday monetary use with official communication. Portraits, titles and reverse types expressed authority, religious ideas, military success and the legitimacy of the ruling house.

As an archaeological and historical object, this coin offers a tangible connection to the people, institutions and economic life of its period. Individual examples naturally vary in strike, centering, wear, patina and surviving detail.

What You Will Receive

One NGC-encapsulated AR Denarius of the stated type and grade is supplied per purchase.

Stock-photo notice: The photographs are representative of the product offering. The coin supplied may differ from the pictured example in portrait style, reverse design, inscriptions, centering, toning, surface appearance and other individual characteristics while remaining within the stated coin type and any expressly stated grade.